Serving 221 students in grades 9-12, Unatego Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Otego, NY, encompassing approximately 94.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unatego Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Unatego Junior-senior High School's student population of 221 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unatego Junior-senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unatego Junior-senior High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Spartans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unatego Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Unatego Junior-senior High School is ranked #1223 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Unatego Junior-senior High School often compared to?
Unatego Junior-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oneonta Senior High School, Cooperstown Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unatego Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Unatego Junior-senior High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Unatego Junior-senior High School?
221 students attend Unatego Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Unatego Junior-senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Unatego Junior-senior High School?
Unatego Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Unatego Junior-senior High School offer ?
Unatego Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Unatego Junior-senior High School part of?
Unatego Junior-senior High School is part of Otego-Unadilla Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A. Academic programs are great in Unatego. The teachers in the high school are well experience including many that have been teaching well over 20 years. The small size of Unatego allows great one-on-one contact with classes no bigger than 20. Each child is monitored well throughout the school year and is not likely to "slip through the system".
B. Art and music programs are very well developed. AP courses for art are available as well as chorus in all grades, after school theater club and various music classes including one-on-one lessons throughout the school year. While sports are very successful, there isn’t as good of a variety because of the schools small size. Sports include golf, football, soccer, cheer leading, dance team, cross country, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, softball, baseball and track.
C. All athletes on junior varsity and varsity are asked to attend and be recognized at the annual athletic awards night. Each athlete is given a certificate and a varsity patch. Academic awards are also given annually. Each teacher of each class they teach is asked to pick a student to receive an award for excellence throughout the year.
D. Um, I don’t exactly understand this one..
E. Being that it is a small down, there is a huge amount of parent involvement. Many of Unatego's Board Committee members are parents of students. Organizations such as the PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) and Booster Club have parents involved. It’s great to see such compassion in a small tight nit community.
1 10/10/2025
This school has a lot of fights and bullying. They offer very few sports, even less now than mentioned in the past review. They seem to lack on keeping staff. My son was a straight a student til he transferred here, now he's barely passing. The teachers lack in communication. They also do not make parents aware of things they should definitely should be aware of. Such as movies being played that your child should not be watching that they do not have permission to at home. The school seems to try and take the role of parent instead of allowing the parents. This creates a lot of rebellion in the homes. They tend to watch a lot of movies in classes instead of learning. I would not recommend this school to anyone!
1 10/10/2025
This school is so bad, dude on god. The teachers act like children and the academics are so badly lmao. Also, the sports that they do offer are terrible.
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